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Cairo, Nile Cruise & Hurghada – 9 Days / 8 Nights

Cairo, Giza Pyramids, Memphis, Saqqara, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Hurghada,
Duration

9 day(s)

Tour type

Regular

Group size

1-15 people

Physical Level

easy

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Tour Overview

Discover Egypt in 9 Unforgettable Days

Cairo • Nile Cruise • Hurghada

Experience the very best of Egypt in one unforgettable journey — from the legendary treasures of Cairo to the timeless beauty of the Nile Valley, and finally to the crystal-clear waters and golden beaches of Hurghada.

Step into the fascinating world of the Pharaohs as you explore ancient pyramids, magnificent temples, and thousands of years of history. Then, relax and sail along the majestic Nile, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and iconic monuments. Complete your Egyptian adventure in Hurghada, where endless sunshine, turquoise waters, and peaceful beaches await.

A perfect blend of history, culture, adventure and relaxation — all in one incredible 9-day escape.

Your Egyptian Journey Awaits

9 Days / 8 Nights | Cairo + Nile Cruise + Hurghada | Domestic Flight

Discover. Explore. Sail. Relax.

Let Egypt tell you its story — and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Booking Ref: PKG-260914-05

Activities
Historical In-depth Cultural Sightseeing Boat Beach

Tour Features

Duration
9 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-15 people

Tour Code
EG 5004

Departure Type
guaranteed

Tour Category
Culture & Historical

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
0 - 0

Cairo

Pickup Time:

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Hurghada

Dropoff Time:

Highlights
The Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, Saqqara and Memphis on the second day in Cairo

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive at the Cairo International Airport, you will be greeted by TourEgyptTravel® representative who will meet and assist you at the airport. Then transfer to your hotel. There will be a short briefing with your guide about your itinerary, Check in overnight at your hotel.

Overnight: Cairo

Day 2

TourEgyptTravel® private qualified Egyptologist tour guide will pick up in the morning by a deluxe air-conditioned vehicle. The first stop will be at Giza Necropolis carrying Great Pyramids of Giza. Decipher the secrets of the Great Sphinx of Giza that guards the Pyramid of Khafre and the Temple Valley. Move from Giza Necropolis to the Necropolis of Saqqara in which you find the Step Pyramid of Djoser. Enjoy the superstructure of the Step Pyramid with six steps built in six stages of limestone blocks. Lunch will be served in a good quality Egyptian restaurant after which you will be taken to Memphis, the first capital of Egypt which serves a number of the most important archaeological finds over the millennia. Then our representative will transfer you Giza Train Station take your Sleeping Train to Aswan, Dinner on board and overnight in Sleeping train.

Overnight: Sleeping Train Meals: breakfast, Local Lunch

Day 3

Cruise Check in: Every Mon – Wed – Fri

Early Morning check out hotel, transfer to cairo airport flight to aswan arrive in Aswan, our private Egyptologist guide will drive you to the High Dam of Aswan, one of the significant great industrial achievements. Then you will transfer to your Nile cruise embarkation to check in for 3 nights. Lunch will be served aboard the deluxe Nile cruise. After taking your afternoon tea, meet our private guide again to discover the majestic Philae Temple of Isis. Off to the Unfinished Obelisk which is the largest known ancient one and was intended to complement the so-called Lateran Obelisk. Optional tour take a felucca ride in Aswan -inspiring atmosphere and calm sailing experience to visit Kitchener Island famous for its subtropical, exotic and rare plants and visit Nubian village. Transfer back to your Nile cruise to have an overnight on board.

Overnight: Nile Cruise Meals: breakfast, lunch, and onboard dinner

Day 4

Early Morning 04:00 Am (Optional tour to Visit Abu Simple) from Aswan visit temple of Sobek

Afternoon sailing to Luxor, the site of ancient city of Thebes. First visit will be paid to Temple of Kom Ombo located on high grounds overlooking the Nile, which can be dubbed as a double temple built as a dedication to two sets of gods, Haroeris and Sobek during the Ptolemic Dynasty. From there, sail to Edfu, the site of the Ptolemaic Temple of Horus. lunch sailing to Edfu, overnight in the Crise.

Day 5

Early morning Cruise will arrive in Edfu you will take a tour in Edfu Temple of Horus (also Known as Edfu Temple). Continue sailing to Luxor. Take an unforgettable dinner on board and have an overnight in Luxor afternoon enjoy a day tour in the staggering Karnak Temple Complex, the greatest example of worship in history. Then pay a visit to Luxor Temple, built by Amunhotep III during the New Kingdom. Get back to your Nile cruise to have lunch and enjoy your last night in Luxor.

Overnight: Nile Cruise Meals: breakfast, lunch, and onboard dinner

Day 6

Early morning 04:30 AM you will have to Do Optional Hot Air Balloon Flight over Luxor West bank and Nile River. A set of stunning views are to be enjoyed from the hot-air balloon flight over the west bank of the Nile River's. Watch Karnak Temple, Hatshepsut Temple, and Valley of Queens from a totally different angle! It is the Egyptian biggest open-air museum on a unique and unforgettable balloon adventure. Make sure that you have your cameras ready to enjoy this unique opportunity of the magnificent panoramic view of Luxor town. Feel the tranquility of the early morning sun rising over the East Bank, illuminating the city and mountains.

Breakfast will be taken on board your Nile cruise after which you will discover the west bank of Luxor by visiting the Valley of the Kings where 18th and 20th Dynasties powerful Pharaohs were buried in the Theban necropolis. Then move beneath Deir el Bahari cliffs to Valley of the Queens where wives of Pharaohs were buried. Visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of the incomparable monuments of ancient Egypt. On the way back to Luxor east bank you will visit the Colossi of Memnon, a twin statues of Amenhotep III stand since 1350 BC. Then transfer to Hurghada by a private vehicle approx. 3 hours’ drive arrive and check in hotel and overnight in hurghada.

Overnight: Hurghada Meals: breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7

Enjoy day at leisure in resort or join in scuba Diving or snorkeling optional trip, Overnight in Hurghada.

Overnight: Hurghada Meals: breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8

After breakfast in the hotel Early morning Transfer to Hurghada airport to catch the Flight back to Cairo Arrive Cairo airport Transfer to your hotel for last Night take overnight a hotel, meet our tour guide to move to have a magnificent tour among 120,000 items of Egyptian antiquities in the National Egyptian Museum, one of the most important museums in the ancient world. Afterwards, breathe the cool air in the medieval Islamic fortification; Saladin Citadel of Cairo boasting the famous alabaster Ottoman Mosque of Mohamed Ali. Lunch will be served in a quality restaurant. After lunch-time, walk among the remnants of Old Cairo and an opportunity of shopping in the oldest market in the Middle East, Khan El Khaliliy before you return back to your hotel in Cairo and have an overnight.

Overnight: Cairo Meals: breakfast, Lunch

Day 9

After check-out, you will be transferred to Cairo international airport for final departure.

Included

Inclusions

· Meet and assist at Cairo International Airport upon arrival/departure

· Accommodation in Cairo for 02 nights on a bed and breakfast basis

· Accommodation in 5 Star Nile Cruise for 3 nights on a full board basis.

· Accommodation in Hurghada for 2 nights on All-inclusive.

· Accommodation in Sleeping Train for 01 night on Half Board basis

· Sleeping Train Ticket from Cairo to Aswan

· Private English tour guide during your tour

· All service and charge taxes

· All transportation provided by deluxe air-conditioned vehicles

· All pickup service from hotel – airport - Hotel

· Bottles of mineral water in the vehicle

· Full-day tour: Visit Giza Pyramids – Sakkara – Memphis

· Full-day tour visit – National Museum – Citadel of Mohamed Ali- Khan El khalily

· Day tour: Visit Aswan (Aswan High Dam – Philae Temple)

· Visit Kom Ombo Temple and Edfu Temple

· Day Tour in Luxor: visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple

· Day tour in Luxor: Visit the Valley of the Kings – Temple of Hatshepsut – Colossi of Memnon

Excluded

  • Domestic Flight from Hurghada to Cairo

  • International flight ticket

Exclusions

  • · International flight ticket

  • · Egypt entry visa, Cost 30 $

  • · Entrance fee ticket

  • · Any optional tour not mentioned in the itinerary

  • · Meals except where indicated

  • · Drinks and any personal expenses

  • · Tipping $5 Per Person Per Day

  • Domestic Flight from Hurghada to Cairo

Tour Booking

Travelers
Departure Month
Regular Tour Prices
Start End
Dec 15, 2026 Dec 23, 2026 €861.03192
Double room
Private Tour Prices
Start End
Dec 15, 2026 Dec 23, 2026 €0
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